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Acorns are beaten by Humbugs despite double comeback
LITTLE Oakley lost 3-2 at Halstead Town in the Essex Senior League, writes LARRY DOBKIN. Goals from Dan Rowe and Darren Mills were not enough to save the Acorns from defeat. Town were on the attack from the first minute, with an early chance
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Shrimpers stay second after resounding away victory
HARWICH and Parkeston produced a storming display to win 4-0 at Dussindale and Hellesden, writes TERRY FRANCIS. The win keeps the Shrimpers in second place and keeps their goal difference level with that of Thurlow Nunn League first division north
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'Heartbroken' Colchester farmer says inheritance tax will be 'end of agriculture'
A first-generation farmer in Colchester says plans for farmers’ inheritance tax will see "46 years of work wasted". Farmers across the UK are in uproar after the Autumn 2024 budget will introduce inheritance tax to farms worth more than £1million
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Calls for more signs with phone number for free recovery in Colchester roadworks
DRIVERS have called on highways bosses to put more signs with a phone number for free recovery in roadworks. The calls come after motorist Fleur Forsyth, found herself stranded and waiting for recovery in the roadworks on Clingoe Hill. Ms
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Over 100 objections for Colchester pop up pub ahead of decision meeting
MORE than 100 objections have been made ahead of a crunch meeting on whether organisers can set up a 1,000-capacity Irish Pub next to Leisure World. Live Tour Promotions has applied for an alcohol licence on behalf of Molly O’Reilly’s Fun Pub,
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Reported crash between motorbike and car on north Essex roundabout sees road blocked
A motorcyclist has reportedly been hit on the St John's roundabout in Clacton, with the road blocked. The incident was reportedly between a motorcyclist and a car and looks to be blocking the A133, with ambulance and police managing the crash.
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Colchester United Women progress in BBC Essex Women's Cup after derby win
COLCHESTER United Women progressed to the BBC Essex Women's Cup third round after a 3-2 win at Eastern Region side Southend United Ladies, writes MATT AGER. The U’s will now host She Can Play Panthers at the Garrison on December 15, following their
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Popular retailer adds new service to Colchester store ahead of Christmas
A popular retailer in Colchester city centre is launching a new service ahead of the busy Christmas period. Primark has launched a click-and-collect service at its Lion Walk store as part of a national initiative. Customers in Colchester
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Liam Payne's final social media post remembered as mourners attend funeral
Liam Payne's funeral will take place today as friends and family gather to pay tribute to the former One Direction star. Payne died at the age of 31 just over a month ago. The musician died after falling from a third-floor balcony of a hotel
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One Direction bandmates' tribute to 'brother' Liam Payne as funeral takes place
Liam Payne's funeral will take place today as friends and family gather to pay tribute to the former One Direction star. Payne died at the age of 31 just over a month ago. The musician died after falling from a third-floor balcony of a hotel
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Planned repair works for A120 cancelled due to 'anticipated cold weather'
HIGHWAYS bosses have announced they are cancelling closures on the A120 due to the "anticipated cold weather". The A120 Crown Interchange to Little Bentley roundabout concrete surface repairs and maintenance due for this week is cancelled due to
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Charity to relocate head office from Colchester to Clacton to tackle rising costs
Age Well East is set to relocate its head office from Colchester to Clacton. The charity, currently based on North Hill, Colchester, will move to Imperial House, Rosemary Road, Clacton, to reduce overheads and manage increasing costs. The move
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Famous Wivenhoe artists to be remembered with special blue plaque
Plans have been submitted to honour two artists who shaped the art world from Wivenhoe. In 1944, artists Richard Chopping and Denis Wirth-Miller, who were affectionately known as Dickie and Denis, purchased a former public house in Wivenhoe.
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Adult learning provider celebrates milestone since launching Colchester digital hub
AN adult education provider has celebrated an important first milestone after opening a start-of-the-art complex in Colchester. Adult Community Learning Essex (ACL Essex) and Colchester Council has marked one year since it opened it’s Digital Hub
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Meet the Essex uni professor named on 'climate leader list' alongside Prince Harry
AN Essex University professor has been named on a "climate leader list" alongside Prince Harry and Bill Gates. Professor David Smith, founder of the university's Coral Reef Research Unit, was recognised by TIME magazine as one of the top 100 global
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'It's silly' - High Court rules calling a man bald could be sexual harassment
The High Court has ruled that using the word 'bald' against a man could be considered sexual harassment, which has caused some disbelief among some social media users. It follows a lengthy legal case brought by electrician Tony Finn who claimed
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Dance teacher from Essex stars alongside Ariana Grande in new Wicked film
A DANCE teacher from Southend features in the new blockbuster Wicked alongside hit popstar Ariana Grande. The film, an adaptation of the stage musical, tells the origin story of the Wicked Witch of the West from The Wizard of Oz and is set to
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Martin Lewis exposes 'complete urban myth' around NS&I Premium Bonds
Martin Lewis has called out a “complete urban myth” around NS&I Premium Bonds. The Money Saving Expert discussed the popular form of savings during his Martin Lewis Podcast on BBC Sounds. National Savings and Investments (NS&I) Premium
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Three-year-old 'thrown from scooter' after being hit by car on Essex crossing
A DEVASTATED mum has described her shock as she watched her three-year-old daughter be “thrown from her scooter” as she was hit by a car close to a junior school. Isla Dodo was riding her scooter across the new pedestrian crossing on Ashingdon
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How cold does it have to be to snow in the UK? See if it can ever be too cold
Do you love or hate snow? It can turn our towns and villages into a real-life winter wonderland during winter but it can also cause a lot of travel disruption. Throughout the colder months of the year, there is more chance than ever when it comes
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Liam Payne's One Direction bandmates expected to attend his funeral today
The funeral of One Direction star Liam Payne will reportedly take place today, Wednesday 20. Payne died at the age of 31 just over a month ago. The musician died after falling from a third-floor balcony of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Six grants you can claim to help with energy bills this winter
As temperatures drop across the UK, millions of Brits will be faced with difficult decisions to heat their homes. With energy costs rising, what grants are available to Brits who may be in need of extra financial support this winter? Andy Kerr
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Social media bans for teenagers under consideration in the UK
A ban on social media for under-16s is “on the table” if companies do not take action to protect children, the Technology Secretary has said. Peter Kyle made the warning while preparing to tell Ofcom to be more assertive with tech firms, as both
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How to save while you spend this Black Friday with deals and discounts
Black Friday brings out the bargain hunter in us all, with the average shopper spending £177 on tech, homeware and personal care items, but with some planning, and using deals and discounts, there are ways to save too. New laptops, TVs, air-fryers
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Tesco issues warning to shoppers as FSA says 'do not eat' due to salmonella
Tesco is apologising to customers after recalling one of its products due to the presence of Salmonella. The supermarket giant is recalling its Tzatziki Dip because Salmonella has been found in the product. The affected product has a use by
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Classic Mars bar 'isn't going away' as 'unsettling' rare bar found on shelves
A man unwrapped a Mars bar to find it completely smooth - without the signature ripple. Harry Seager, 34, bought the chocolate snack from a services in Thame, earlier this month. The broadcast worker, from Aylesbury, said he initially thought
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Will it be a White Christmas this year? Latest odds and Met Office explanation
Are you dreaming or dreading a white Christmas this year? Find out our chances of snow for the big day. Temperatures have begun to take a turn and snow has already fallen in parts of the country, with the Met Office forecasting as much as 20cm
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Royal Mint's rarest 50p in circulation sells for £123 - how to tell if you have one
The rarest Royal Mint coin in circulation today has sold for nearly 250 times its face value on eBay this week. The King Charles III Atlantic Salmon 50p sparked a mini bidding war amid coin collectors on the auction site, as 37 bids were made on
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Amazon and Asda offering customer pickup and returns at more than 700 stores
Amazon and Asda have today announced that Amazon customers can now take advantage of parcel pickup and label-free, box-free returns at more than 700 Asda stores. Just in time for the festive season, eligible Amazon orders can be picked up in
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Mum issues mouth ulcer warning after check-up revealed tongue cancer
A mum issued a warning over mouth ulcers that don't heal - after what she'd dismissed as a 'bitten tongue' turned out to be tongue cancer. Lynn Hunt woke up one morning with a sore tongue and, curious to see what was causing it, whipped her phone
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Santa's elves to compete in Olympic-style contest for cancer charity
A charity has announced a festive fundraising event to support young cancer patients. The Youth Cancer Trust, based in Dorset, is staging The Elf Olympics to help spread festive cheer and help teenagers and young adults living with and beyond cancer
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Colchester United bow out of BBC Essex Senior Cup after conceding late goal
COLCHESTER United bowed out of the BBC Essex Senior Cup after losing 1-0 at Dagenham and Redbridge, writes BRIAN WALLER. A strong-looking U's side including the likes of Fiacre Kelleher, Alex Woodyard and Matt Jay conceded late to bow out of the
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Colchester United winger Harry Anderson is feeling in a 'good place'
HARRY Anderson feels he is in a ‘good place’ after delivering some eye-catching performances for Colchester United. The 27-year-old winger has impressed for the U’s over recent weeks, having started their last four successive matches after returning
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Colchester pub hopes to have a bit of 'café culture' as repair works close road
A COLCHESTER pub is hoping to enjoy a bit of "cafe culture" whilst repair works are being done on the building. Queen Street Brewhouse, in Queen Street, Colchester, is finally carrying out repairs to its building after waiting almost two years
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Heroic man saved woman from burning car after crash in quiet Essex village
A MAN who leapt into action to save a woman trapped in a burning car says he was “always brought up to help others.” On Monday evening, a collision between two vehicles in Great Yeldham saw two cars burst into flames. Firefighters from Halstead
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Watch: Moment Colchester High Street shop targeted by thugs in early hours break-in
BOSSES at a newsagents in Colchester have been left devastated after thieves smashed open a door before stealing bottles of alcohol. The crooks were caught on CCTV targeting Claydons, in High Street, with what appears to be a concrete slab.
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Bosses vow link road for 7,500 homes will be completed amid row over project's future
HIGHWAYS bosses have vowed a vital link road for 7,500 homes will be completed amid an ongoing row about if it would ever be finished. Works for the A1331 link road, which will connect the A120 and A133, will enter phase one this month. The
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When Colchester will learn their next Bristol Street Motors Trophy opponents
COLCHESTER United are waiting to learn who they will be playing in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy Round of 32. The U’s booked their place in the knockout stages of the competition with a comprehensive 3-0 home win over Arsenal under-21s, last
